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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1900
Page
1
Senate leaders pushed a business session with the ship subsidy measure designated as unfinished business. Frye of Maine spoke for over an hour on the commerce bill, regarded as an authority on the subject. Doliver of Iowa was seated after credentials were presented.
The Isthmian canal commission reports Nicaragua route favored over Panama. Cost estimates place a Nicaragua canal at about 54 million dollars, with Panama at roughly 143 million to 157 million. Commission notes advantages for Nicaragua and outlines timeline of about 10 years to complete, with eight years to build and two years of prep.
A damaged OCR snippet lists fractions and coin values such as 18 cents 18c 25 cents and a few stray symbols. The readable portion offers no clear event or name, suggesting a petty price note or catalog fragment from a bygone issue.
Shanghai dispatch reports Triads resupplying arms and plotting uprisings in Kwang Tung and Kwang Si. The court may move the capital back to Peking and has ordered royal tribute be sent there. An imperial edict removes General Jung Fu Hsien from rank but lets him command troops, directing 10,000 men to withdraw toward Kwang Suen Si.
The note describes roughness in dealings at foreign ale fairs but states it is not viewed as a serious import. It preserves a cautious tone and mentions no specific individuals or organizations.
A Hankow dispatch notes the Kalgan expedition was ineffective as Chinese forces evaded engagement and towns along the route were occupied unopposed. Destruction followed, with 20,000 taels seized and three mandarins plus 23 Boxers executed for anti foreign acts. German troops largely ignored anti foreign signs.
In Peking on December 5 the foreign envoys failed to reach a definite conclusion as some governments had not notified their representatives about the joint note to Chinese envoys. Mr. Conger stated the next meeting may be the last and will not be called until all ministers have definite instructions.
In Rome the quay Anguil lura lasting 200 yards slid into the Tiber after undermining by rising water. Damage is estimated at 2,000,000 lire.
From Ex Paso Texas a report from Jimuelco Mexico states 21 bodies have been recovered from wreck debris. Of 20 injured in hospitals seven are expected to die. No Americans besides trainmen were injured.
Five miles west of here Robert Patrick was shot dead while intervening in a quarrel between Samuel Keel and neighbors. In the ensuing fight Keel was wounded by Sam Tiston, who fled. Patrick's father, aged 80, collapsed and died upon hearing the news.
Washington December 5 The House plans immediate action on the army reorganization bill reported by Military Affairs Chairman Hull. He cites urgent need as current law limits army strength to 27 000 by July 1. A six hour general debate was set with a vote to follow. Connor of Iowa took the oath amid credentials issues.
Republican members of the ways and means committee met again to discuss cutting war revenue taxes. Talks floated raising the initial 80 million dollar reduction, with potential increases but no firm decision yet. More committee meetings and a possible Republican caucus are expected before action.
Washington reports that General J O Breckinridge inspector general urges extending the March 38 1899 law benefits for Navy officers to Army officers. He argues most wars are fought on land and justice requires parity in rank and pay when retiring under the law.
Washington December 5. Senator Irye’s speech on the subsidy bill kept the senate late making it impractical to proceed with the Hay Pauncefote treaty. Senator Lodge said he would, at the first opportunity, bring the treaty up and seek close attention until the ratification motion is disposed of.
Senator Fairbanks of Indiana introduces a bill to admit Oklahoma as a state with two representatives. The measure includes provisions for a constitutional convention and the grants of lands for state institutions.
It is announced that W. B. Duncan Jr will manage the yacht built to defend the America’s Cup and has selected Arias Rhodes as captain. Rhodes commanded the old Defender in the 1889 trial races with Columbia.
Burglars forced entry to the office of the city clerk and chief of police in Strevens Point Wisconsin and stole 70 dollars. They used a secret combination and the key to the inner door of the safe.
Liquidation of the International Packing company was ordered by the stockholders. Chairman John C. Hately will announce a three member committee to represent the shares. Bondholders will name a three member committee to protect their interests and a plan to discharge the first mortgage lien is discussed. The fate of the common stock remains doubtful amid a fierce three way rivalry with the Big Three packing firms.
Liverpool December 5 shippers here fear the American subsidy bill may force lower transport rates, jeopardizing liberal dividends for Liverpool companies. Rumors that English firms sent representatives to oppose the bill are denied.
General Kitchener reports from South Africa that General Knox mounted troops battled Dewet forces all day Sunday north of Bethulie. Boers were headed off and retired northeast.
In Paris on December 6 General More challenged the naval bill debate by urging government to publish mobilization plans for the army and rapid embarkation of an expeditionary corps. President Fellieres interrupted, saying such proposals were out of order.
Omauwa December 5 General and Mrs. Fitzhugh Lee and Anna reach Omauwa by train from Chicago. At the station Lieutenant Lee of the Thirty-eighth Infantry, recently ill after returning from the Presidio, greets them and has not seen his parents since leaving for the Philippines.
Washington December 5 The committee of clergymen and laymen appointed by the last general assembly to advise the next assembly on revising the confession of faith gathered here and will remain in session until their work is completed.
John Brown and William Johnson report being forced to steal poultry by tramps who dragged them to a log fire, stripped their footwear, and held their feet over the flames until unconscious. They survived and the assailants fled.
St. Paul December 5 The speakership race narrowed as Albert Berg withdrew his candidacy after learning the Hen nepin delegation endorsed Dowling. Dowling’s election now seems practically assured.
Fragmentary OCR reading mentions pardons and financial figures. Names and places are unclear. article lacks coherent events or identifiable subjects to summarize reliably.
Governor Pingree pardons General W. L. White ex quartermaster and General A. F. Marsh ex inspector general of the Michigan national guard after they paid 5000 in fines for conspiracy with Kalamazoo merchants in military clothing fraud. Restitution to the state has been made and the governor cites improper grand jury handling as a factor in justice.
The Cuban convention met with a businesslike tone and defeated General Gomez's bid to address the opening. Delegates will study three constitutions submitted by General Rivera, Senor Quesada, and General Morua, which will be printed and distributed for later discussion.
A defect in the passage of the biennial elections constitutional amendment was found in Iowa. The senate journal records the full resolution, but the house journal lists only the title, potentially voiding the amendment.
In San Juan Porto Rico on December 5 the chamber of delegates and executive council met in joint session and adopted a resolution to cable greetings to President McKinley. Governor Allen's 4000 word message was well received.
Duan reports that Viscount Halifax, president of the English Union and a leading figure in Anglican ritualism, is about to join the Roman Catholic Church, per The Evening Herald.
A work train and a freight train collided near Suisun California in dense fog. Nine workers were killed and about twenty injured, many seriously, as over 200 feet of track were torn up and cars piled in wreckage. a wrecking train heads to the scene.
J H Hurd of the Laboring Men's Co Operative Life investigates an alleged life insurance swindle that cost George A Barber of Webster City his life in Pagosa Springs Colorado. Barber held a 7800 policy payable to W Wright. Hurd says the plot aimed to defraud and Barber died of convulsions in a hotel office.
Crookston Minn Dec 6 News that agricultural lands in townships 143 144 145 and 146 range 37 west the four ceded townships on White Earth reservation were opened at 9 am. By noon nearly every available piece of land had been filed upon. A line formed at the door of the United States land office with about 150 men waiting. Officials set a limit of four would be settlers in at a time and each party quickly disposed of. Orderly and quiet proceedings followed.
Judging at the international livestock exposition in Dexter Park pavilion continued with about 100 animals bred by students from Wisconsin Michigan Minnesota and Iowa receiving first second and third prizes in several classes marking a record for agricultural colleges at the show.
John Halpin inspector of police and acting chief of detectives faced two footpads who tried to force him to surrender. Halpin did not comply and a robber fired a revolver in his face, which misfired. The assailants fled with Halpin pursuing. he fired four shots, wounding one, who gave his name as Galland, while the other escaped.
In Wasminton on December 5 General A W Greely reports 2000 aisles of telegraph line built around the Southern Yukon and Nome Alaska. The Nome to St Michaels cable, turned over to the signal corps, is said to be operating satisfactorily.
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